https://simplecast.com North Dakota Outdoors Podcast The official podcast of the North Dakota Game and Fish Department. The mission of the North Dakota Game and Fish Department is to protect, conserve and enhance fish and wildlife populations and their habitat for sustained public consumptive and nonconsumptive use. Tune into this bi-weekly podcast to hear from wildlife biologists, natural resource managers, landowners, avid sportsmen and women and others about all things North Dakota outdoors. For more information visit gf.nd.gov en Wed, 1 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Wed, 1 Apr 2026 12:00:12 +0000 https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com North Dakota Outdoors Podcast https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/1f39e0da-b36b-4250-a76d-b8f934dd14a0/8b45c288-a444-45b5-8739-6a71a5e303b2/3000x3000/asset-1.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com episodic The official podcast of the North Dakota Game and Fish Department. The mission of the North Dakota Game and Fish Department is to protect, conserve and enhance fish and wildlife populations and their habitat for sustained public consumptive and nonconsumptive use. Tune into this bi-weekly podcast to hear from wildlife biologists, natural resource managers, landowners, avid sportsmen and women and others about all things North Dakota outdoors. For more information visit gf.nd.gov North Dakota Game and Fish Department false https://feeds.simplecast.com/AI2RjNkQ North Dakota Game and Fish Department ndgf@nd.gov 48868530-f76b-444c-bd74-05c48b0b6b51 Ep. 94 – That Ain’t No Robin’s Nest Wed, 1 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-94-that-aint-no-robins-nest-U6u0iU0O Ep. 94 – That Ain’t No Robin’s Nest North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:39:10 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Sandra Johnson, Department conservation biologist, about bald eagles, their recovery from the endangered species list and how they’re faring today. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Sandra Johnson, Department conservation biologist, about bald eagles, their recovery from the endangered species list and how they’re faring today. ecology, birds-of-prey, scavenger, conservation, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, raptors, birds, eagles, wildlife, biology, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, nongame species false full 94 f5a9526b-4b37-4ae2-ade9-3323e346e6db Ep. 93 – It's Important to Us All Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-93-its-important-to-us-all-6HDVKe29 Ep. 93 – It's Important to Us All North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:36:45 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Patrick Isakson, Department conservation section supervisor, about the newly approved 2025 State Wildlife Action Plan and changes since the last iteration including more public-facing resources and involvement from citizens. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Patrick Isakson, Department conservation section supervisor, about the newly approved 2025 State Wildlife Action Plan and changes since the last iteration including more public-facing resources and involvement from citizens. insects, ecology, prairie, butterflies, research, pollinators, conservation, north dakota outdoors, land management, north dakota, grasslands, bees, birds, wildlife, biology, wetlands, habitat, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, nongame species false full 93 8037b9cd-c6d9-454d-b802-371ecba3e2bb Ep. 92 – From My Ice House to Your Ice House Wed, 4 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-92-from-my-ice-house-to-your-ice-house-fdK61y80 Ep. 92 – From My Ice House to Your Ice House North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:32:42 In this episode of NDO Podcast we’re hole hopping around Jamestown Reservoir in pursuit of crappies. Bruce Kreft, Department conservation and communications division chief, steps in as co-host to visit with BJ Kratz, southeast fisheries district supervisor, about this renowned crappie fishery. In this episode of NDO Podcast we’re hole hopping around Jamestown Reservoir in pursuit of crappies. Bruce Kreft, Department conservation and communications division chief, steps in as co-host to visit with BJ Kratz, southeast fisheries district supervisor, about this renowned crappie fishery. auger, fisheries, crappie, conservation, jamestown, north dakota outdoors, hard water, north dakota, fishing, panfish, fish, ice fishing, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 92 1411b2bc-38da-42d5-9089-782813ae58c9 Ep. 91 – Move Your Cows Sitting Behind a Computer Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-91-move-your-cows-sitting-behind-a-computer-auzbEBH8 Ep. 91 – Move Your Cows Sitting Behind a Computer North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:46:18 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Kevin Sedivec and Miranda Meehan, North Dakota State University researchers and professors in the School of Natural Resource Sciences, about using virtual fencing for grazing management. We discuss their economic and biological findings, challenges and promising future applications. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Kevin Sedivec and Miranda Meehan, North Dakota State University researchers and professors in the School of Natural Resource Sciences, about using virtual fencing for grazing management. We discuss their economic and biological findings, challenges and promising future applications. grazing, sheep, working lands, fencing, conservation, north dakota outdoors, goats, north dakota, cattle, rotational grazing, grassland, wildlife, ndsu, livestock, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 91 3bd84cd5-10ea-48dd-9960-b5dc1a6ffb87 Ep. 90 – Not What I thought That Was Gonna Be Wed, 4 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-90-not-what-i-thought-that-was-gonna-be-Nr5ATvcF Ep. 90 – Not What I thought That Was Gonna Be North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:50:33 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Joe Lucas, Department game warden supervisor, about the top hunting and fishing violations in 2025, the process to becoming a game warden, and some interesting stories from the field this fall, one of which involves an emu. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Joe Lucas, Department game warden supervisor, about the top hunting and fishing violations in 2025, the process to becoming a game warden, and some interesting stories from the field this fall, one of which involves an emu. regulations, law enforcement, emu, game warden, conservation, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, hunting, fishing, boating, wildlife, conservation officer, trapping, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 90 605b8cf1-59de-4456-8e43-71ffcd237b39 Ep. 89 – There’s a Lot of Pus Involved Wed, 21 Jan 2026 13:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-89-theres-a-lot-of-pus-involved-Dc1xMWay Ep. 89 – There’s a Lot of Pus Involved North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:44:32 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Logan Weyand, Department wildlife veterinarian, about his career path, experiences and initial thoughts, priorities and stories on the job here. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Logan Weyand, Department wildlife veterinarian, about his career path, experiences and initial thoughts, priorities and stories on the job here. moose, bighorn sheep, research, wildlife veterinarian, conservation, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, wildlife health, biologist, wildlife, elk, veterinarian, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, deer false full 89 1c687d2d-7926-4b84-b684-ca3825297cc7 Ep. 88 – Not Good For Anybody Wed, 7 Jan 2026 13:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-88-not-good-for-anybody-iOG1Whjn Ep. 88 – Not Good For Anybody North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:45:04 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with one of our wardens, whose voice is disguised to remain anonymous, about a particularly complex poaching case involving social media, satellite imagery and trail camera time stamps to bust wannabe hunting influencer, Andy Elliott. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with one of our wardens, whose voice is disguised to remain anonymous, about a particularly complex poaching case involving social media, satellite imagery and trail camera time stamps to bust wannabe hunting influencer, Andy Elliott. warden, wildlife law, law enforcement, conservation, north dakota outdoors, poaching, north dakota, social media, hunting, conservation office, fishing, wildlife, north dakota game and fish, influencer, ndgf false full 88 beb6fb1d-b139-4957-9ec2-d50f24ec2a19 Ep. 87 – Twelve Days of Game and Fishmas Wed, 24 Dec 2025 13:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-87-twelve-days-of-game-and-fishmas-yFRIXdBx Ep. 87 – Twelve Days of Game and Fishmas North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:36:25 In this episode of NDO Podcast Casey and Cayla sing their way through the highlights of 2025 in an off-tune rendition of the “Twelve Days of Game and Fishmas.” In this episode of NDO Podcast Casey and Cayla sing their way through the highlights of 2025 in an off-tune rendition of the “Twelve Days of Game and Fishmas.” holiday special, holidays, natural resources, christmas, carols, conservation, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, grasslands, hunting, fishing, outdoor recreation, wildlife, habitat, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 87 bba29a0b-4184-46fb-bf95-27f027cd74af Ep. 86 – Party Mobile Wed, 10 Dec 2025 13:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-86-party-mobile-LDtbfEEe Ep. 86 – Party Mobile North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:53:04 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Kent Luttschwager, Department wildlife resource management section leader, about the diverse work a district biologist does, how WMA management has changed throughout his career and utilizing cattle grazing to accomplish our goals. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Kent Luttschwager, Department wildlife resource management section leader, about the diverse work a district biologist does, how WMA management has changed throughout his career and utilizing cattle grazing to accomplish our goals. prairie, grazing, natural resources, conservation, north dakota outdoors, land management, north dakota, grasslands, hunting, fishing, outdoor recreation, target shooting, wildlife, access, wetlands, public land, burning, habitat, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 86 889610ee-1340-4a61-ae67-452c7bd5d2cd Ep. 85 – If It's Daylight, There's Someone There Wed, 26 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-85-if-its-daylight-theres-someone-there-EZ0HkcVM Ep. 85 – If It's Daylight, There's Someone There North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:37:17 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Marty Egeland, Department education section leader, about the importance of providing access to places to shoot, our shooting range grant program and recent range projects. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Marty Egeland, Department education section leader, about the importance of providing access to places to shoot, our shooting range grant program and recent range projects. pistol, handgun, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, rifle, hunting, rifle range, archery, access, recreational shooting, shotgun, shooting ranges, north dakota game and fish, range, ndgf false full 85 d25fc4ac-a3ec-4ab0-945c-d42106c25ab3 Ep. 84 – If Everyone Did a Little Bit Wed, 12 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-84-if-everyone-did-a-little-bit-mVUmKvsZ Ep. 84 – If Everyone Did a Little Bit North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:48:22 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Kevin Kading, Department private land section leader, about steps taken since the 2024 Habitat and Hunting Access Summit including new tools, programs, partnerships and out-of-the-box solutions to ensuring our hunting heritage. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Kevin Kading, Department private land section leader, about steps taken since the 2024 Habitat and Hunting Access Summit including new tools, programs, partnerships and out-of-the-box solutions to ensuring our hunting heritage. hunting access, conservation, north dakota outdoors, pheasants, north dakota, legislation, hunting, ranching, farming, wildlife, access, ducks, habitat, crp, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, deer false full 84 b6182675-deed-4904-b7ed-803f13db45fd Ep. 83 – From Tag to Field to Freezer to Table Wed, 29 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-83-from-tag-to-field-to-freezer-to-table-s_aMlvQq Ep. 83 – From Tag to Field to Freezer to Table North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:55:03 In this episode of NDO Podcast Casey and Cayla discuss the decisions you make about wild game meat before you even pull the trigger, best practices for packaging and processing, and tips for integrating wild game into busy work weeks. In this episode of NDO Podcast Casey and Cayla discuss the decisions you make about wild game meat before you even pull the trigger, best practices for packaging and processing, and tips for integrating wild game into busy work weeks. north dakota outdoors, pheasants, north dakota, meat, food, big game hunting, hunting, cooking, field to fork, meat processing, ducks, venison, recipe, wild game, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, deer false full 83 1f7fae3d-ab2e-471a-be8f-1d343a8e0b8b Ep. 82 – Fair is Not Equal, and Equal is Not Fair Wed, 15 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-82-fair-is-not-equal-and-equal-is-not-fair-RUAHtbCH Ep. 82 – Fair is Not Equal, and Equal is Not Fair North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:45:25 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Brian Hosek, Department administrative services division chief, and Randy Meissner, licensing services manager, about the history, complexities and innerworkings of the deer, elk, moose and pronghorn gratis licenses and lotteries. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Brian Hosek, Department administrative services division chief, and Randy Meissner, licensing services manager, about the history, complexities and innerworkings of the deer, elk, moose and pronghorn gratis licenses and lotteries. moose, deer hunting, elk hunting, pronghorn, gratis, bucks, north dakota outdoors, big game, lottery, north dakota, big game hunting, hunting, bulls, landowner, elk, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, deer false full 82 82979487-1f10-4fd6-a970-89b646148162 Ep. 81 – The Life of a Lake Wed, 1 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-81-the-life-of-a-lake-X1KLkwfV Ep. 81 – The Life of a Lake North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:42:16 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Scott Gangl, Department fisheries management section leader, about the life cycle of lakes and reservoirs, how that relates to our fisheries management, and how he knows where the fish are biting. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Scott Gangl, Department fisheries management section leader, about the life cycle of lakes and reservoirs, how that relates to our fisheries management, and how he knows where the fish are biting. dams, anglers, fisheries, north dakota outdoors, lakes, walleye, north dakota, northern pike, perch, fishing, rivers, reservoirs, fish, fisheries management, bluegill, ice fishing, angling, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 81 2e0e0726-da39-4892-928b-35fe186d49de Ep. 80 – Short Supply Wed, 17 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-80-short-supply-GGyKu27W Ep. 80 – Short Supply North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:30:00 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Ben Matykiewicz, Department big game biologist, about the habitat needs of deer throughout their life cycle and what might be currently lacking on the North Dakota landscape. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Ben Matykiewicz, Department big game biologist, about the habitat needs of deer throughout their life cycle and what might be currently lacking on the North Dakota landscape. fawns, outdoors, deer hunting, white-tailed deer, conservation, bucks, north dakota outdoors, big game, grasslands, big game hunting, shrublands, hunting, does, wetlands, habitat, mule deer, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, deer false full 80 997f7232-d6b1-4615-8dd9-921bd99d444e Ep. 79 - From Six Years-Old to 96 Years-Old Wed, 3 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-79-from-six-years-old-to-96-years-old-fmAA9nq2 Ep. 79 - From Six Years-Old to 96 Years-Old North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:41:01 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Nathan and Lisa Neameyer, two dedicated National Archery in the Schools Program volunteers, about how they got into NASP, the impact it has on kids, schools and communities, and why Nathan is a jerk. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Nathan and Lisa Neameyer, two dedicated National Archery in the Schools Program volunteers, about how they got into NASP, the impact it has on kids, schools and communities, and why Nathan is a jerk. teachers, sports, outdoors, activities, north dakota outdoors, physical education, north dakota, schools, archers, bowhunting, nasp, archery, gym class, national archery in the schools program, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, bow and arrow, education false full 79 832449c2-0e90-4cd6-8db6-457b87899273 Ep. 78 – A Delicate Balance Wed, 20 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-78-a-delicate-balance-NBtAHjLg Ep. 78 – A Delicate Balance North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:41:36 In this episode of NDO Podcast, we visit with Bill Haase, Department wildlife division chief, and John Palarski, Department migratory game bird biologist, to break down the new nonresident waterfowl regulations, how we arrived here and what the future might hold for waterfowl hunting in North Dakota. In this episode of NDO Podcast, we visit with Bill Haase, Department wildlife division chief, and John Palarski, Department migratory game bird biologist, to break down the new nonresident waterfowl regulations, how we arrived here and what the future might hold for waterfowl hunting in North Dakota. pintail, outdoors, geese, conservation, north dakota outdoors, duck hunting, mallard, hunting, waterfowl, waterfowl hunting, goose hunting, access, wetlands, nonresident, ducks, habitat, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 78 f9ec8cfe-c506-4af2-b41d-a0ae043d3412 Ep. 77 – So You’re Telling Me There’s a Chance Wed, 6 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-77-so-youre-telling-me-theres-a-chance-EBzr3wZT Ep. 77 – So You’re Telling Me There’s a Chance North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:44:07 In this episode of NDO Podcast, we visit with Bruce Stillings, Department big game management supervisor, and Jason Smith, Department big game management biologist, about the once-in-a-lifetime moose and elk hunts, the importance of hunter harvest information and some tips for being prepared for these coveted hunts. In this episode of NDO Podcast, we visit with Bruce Stillings, Department big game management supervisor, and Jason Smith, Department big game management biologist, about the once-in-a-lifetime moose and elk hunts, the importance of hunter harvest information and some tips for being prepared for these coveted hunts. moose, outdoors, bucks, north dakota outdoors, big game, cow, big game hunting, rifle, hunting, gutless method, bowhunting, bulls, archery, elk, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, deer false full 77 af793b0b-05b2-48a9-ae38-77d6aed6e96f Ep. 76 – I Like ‘Em All Wed, 23 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-76-i-like-em-all-YjR_9h1l Ep. 76 – I Like ‘Em All North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:42:55 In this episode of NDO Podcast, we visit with Dan Murray, dog trainer, breeder and boarder, about gun introduction, basic obedience, crate training and our own dog training struggles and successes. In this episode of NDO Podcast, we visit with Dan Murray, dog trainer, breeder and boarder, about gun introduction, basic obedience, crate training and our own dog training struggles and successes. flushers, gun dogs, retrievers, dog trials, outdoors, geese, dog training, dogs, north dakota outdoors, obedience, hunting, waterfowl hunting, ducks, pointers, conditioning, upland hunting, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 76 dbb50163-3420-4067-a914-0df51409f07f Ep. 75 – Enjoy the Wave Wed, 9 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-75-enjoy-the-wave-o1fMNx1O Ep. 75 – Enjoy the Wave North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:51:30 In this episode of NDO Podcast, we visit with Jesse Kolar, Department upland game management supervisor, and RJ Gross, Department upland game management biologist, about this year’s high pheasant crowing counts, historical comparisons to the glory days and how deer don’t have wings. In this episode of NDO Podcast, we visit with Jesse Kolar, Department upland game management supervisor, and RJ Gross, Department upland game management biologist, about this year’s high pheasant crowing counts, historical comparisons to the glory days and how deer don’t have wings. pheasant, hunting access, outdoors, uplands, north dakota outdoors, grasslands, hunting, ranching, farming, grouse, wildlife, wetlands, ducks, wildlife management, upland hunting, habitat, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, deer false full 75 2e056b6c-c5ac-4ac0-8d38-310c9a0635af Ep. 74 – The Essence of Trapping Wed, 25 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-74-the-essence-of-trapping-NtjOwSTU Ep. 74 – The Essence of Trapping North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:37:43 In this episode of NDO Podcast, we visit with Department volunteers, John Paulson and Phil Mastrangelo, both happily retired from USDA Wildlife Services, about the upcoming fur harvester education course, the benefits of furbearer hunting and trapping and the sweet smell of skunk essence. In this episode of NDO Podcast, we visit with Department volunteers, John Paulson and Phil Mastrangelo, both happily retired from USDA Wildlife Services, about the upcoming fur harvester education course, the benefits of furbearer hunting and trapping and the sweet smell of skunk essence. castor oil, muskrat, outdoors, mink, fur hunting, conservation, north dakota outdoors, fur, north dakota, furbearers, coyote, beaver, pelts, essence, hunting, skunk, trapping, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, education false full 74 9cc34efe-1bfc-4a97-b075-c52362a668e4 Ep. 73 – Forests, Water and People Wed, 11 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-73-forests-water-and-people-7JNTKS9w Ep. 73 – Forests, Water and People North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:35:08 In this episode of NDO Podcast, we visit with Beth Hill, North Dakota Forest Service outreach and education manager, about all the NDFS programs, the 1994 family forest, and the importance of getting kids outside. In this episode of NDO Podcast, we visit with Beth Hill, North Dakota Forest Service outreach and education manager, about all the NDFS programs, the 1994 family forest, and the importance of getting kids outside. nature, k-12, outdoors, conservation, north dakota outdoors, forestry, north dakota, environmental education, hunting, arbor day, fishing, wildlife, soil, trees, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, outreach, earth, education false full 73 2ddf5703-d329-40cc-8a8d-1afe4f4a78fb Ep. 72 – A Balancing Act Wed, 28 May 2025 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-72-a-balancing-act-8KN3EIKz Ep. 72 – A Balancing Act North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:55:09 In this episode of NDO Podcast, we visit with Jeb Williams, director, and Scott Peterson, soon-to-be-retired deputy director, about the 2025 legislative session, upcoming changes for sportsmen and women, and the third thing you shouldn’t talk about at Thanksgiving. In this episode of NDO Podcast, we visit with Jeb Williams, director, and Scott Peterson, soon-to-be-retired deputy director, about the 2025 legislative session, upcoming changes for sportsmen and women, and the third thing you shouldn’t talk about at Thanksgiving. policy, outdoors, politics, law, legislative, conservation, capitol, north dakota outdoors, advocacy, bills, north dakota, legislation, hunting, fishing, wildlife, habitat, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 72 3e63cb31-1547-4d11-b8e2-daf1d5303ddf Ep. 71 – Wear It Wed, 14 May 2025 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-71-wear-it-e0mQvicM Ep. 71 – Wear It North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:47:49 In this episode of NDO Podcast, we visit with Jackie Lundstrom, enforcement operations supervisor, and Jonathan Peterson, Devils Lake district game warden, about safe boating laws and best practices, incident reporting requirements and some cautionary tales from the water. In this episode of NDO Podcast, we visit with Jackie Lundstrom, enforcement operations supervisor, and Jonathan Peterson, Devils Lake district game warden, about safe boating laws and best practices, incident reporting requirements and some cautionary tales from the water. anglers, warden, boat safety, hypothermia, boat, jetski, fisheries, kayak, accident, boating accidents, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, paddle board, enforcement, boaters, fishing, boating, lifejacket, pontoon, canoe, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 71 7f04e055-5768-497b-a703-f084588699e3 Ep. 70 – Chinese Mystery Snails and Pistachio Mussels Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-70-chinese-mystery-snails-and-pistachio-mussels-Btw2JG7n Ep. 70 – Chinese Mystery Snails and Pistachio Mussels North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:41:28 In this episode of NDO Podcast, recorded in the new Jamestown aquatic nuisance species lab, we visit with Ben Holen, Department ANS coordinator, and Mason Hammer, ANS biologist, about ANS in North Dakota, the impacts to our lakes and rivers, and the Department’s extensive prevention measures. In this episode of NDO Podcast, recorded in the new Jamestown aquatic nuisance species lab, we visit with Ben Holen, Department ANS coordinator, and Mason Hammer, ANS biologist, about ANS in North Dakota, the impacts to our lakes and rivers, and the Department’s extensive prevention measures. ecosystem, anglers, aquatic nuisance species, water quality, fisheries, north dakota outdoors, lakes, walleye, north dakota, fishing, boating, rivers, fish, aquatic invasive species, fisheries management, angling, invasive species, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, zebra mussels false full 70 043e5aeb-78bd-4e96-8574-610acae74c01 Ep. 69 – Aligning a Constellation Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-69-aligning-a-constellation-2MNQq_aM Ep. 69 – Aligning a Constellation North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:46:18 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Bob Frohlich, Department fisheries development supervisor, and Wesley Erdle, fisheries development project manager, about identifying and prioritizing facility projects, how a boat ramp actually gets constructed and what new projects are slated for 2025. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Bob Frohlich, Department fisheries development supervisor, and Wesley Erdle, fisheries development project manager, about identifying and prioritizing facility projects, how a boat ramp actually gets constructed and what new projects are slated for 2025. anglers, fishing access, fisheries, boating access, north dakota outdoors, lakes, boat ramps, walleye, north dakota, perch, fishing, boating, rivers, fish, docks, access, piers, fisheries management, ice fishing, angling, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 69 a110a3c7-245b-40b9-9649-e027f9110f11 Ep. 68 – The Life-changing Round Wed, 2 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-68-the-life-changing-round-AAIy7002 Ep. 68 – The Life-changing Round North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:54:42 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Jackie Ressler, Department marketing specialist, about her experience as a new hunter, Cayla and Jackie’s turkey escapades from last spring, and why mentoring a new hunter is so important and rewarding. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Jackie Ressler, Department marketing specialist, about her experience as a new hunter, Cayla and Jackie’s turkey escapades from last spring, and why mentoring a new hunter is so important and rewarding. turkey, turkey hunting, r3, outdoors, heritage, mentoring, conservation, north dakota outdoors, spring turkey, north dakota, turkey calling, hunting, mentorship, spring, gobbler, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 68 8e6e397c-0e9c-446e-9e2d-ca4456eea3e6 Ep. 67 – The Sheep Show Wed, 19 Mar 2025 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-67-the-sheep-show-NwsidKaF Ep. 67 – The Sheep Show North Dakota Game and Fish Department 01:09:13 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Brett Wiedmann, Department big game biologist, about the history of bighorn sheep in North Dakota, current status of the state’s population, stories from a career spent in sheep country and his favorite day of the year. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Brett Wiedmann, Department big game biologist, about the history of bighorn sheep in North Dakota, current status of the state’s population, stories from a career spent in sheep country and his favorite day of the year. moose, bighorn sheep, wild sheep, outdoors, big game management, sheep hunting, conservation, north dakota outdoors, big game, north dakota, big game hunting, tribal, hunting, wildlife management, elk, habitat, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 67 e7850882-6500-4c02-9b2b-ddb71e2a2fb7 Ep. 66 – Ten Acres at a Time Wed, 5 Mar 2025 13:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-66-ten-acres-at-a-time-pHLFEgKM Ep. 66 – Ten Acres at a Time North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:35:22 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Levi Jacobson, Department wildlife resource management supervisor, and Jens Johnson, Department private land biologist, about preparing, planting and managing food plots and grass plantings, programs available to assist landowners and the benefits to wildlife. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Levi Jacobson, Department wildlife resource management supervisor, and Jens Johnson, Department private land biologist, about preparing, planting and managing food plots and grass plantings, programs available to assist landowners and the benefits to wildlife. prairie, food plots, outdoors, landowners, seeding, conservation, north dakota outdoors, pheasants, land management, north dakota, hunting, tree plantings, cover crops, trees, habitat, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, deer, grass plantings false full 66 dcbe289a-1f6c-45de-8cf7-6cc7f2e32ef9 Ep. 65 – Pathways to Conservation Wed, 19 Feb 2025 13:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-65-pathways-to-conservation-RjJuQP8_ Ep. 65 – Pathways to Conservation North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:26:56 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Amber Kologi, Valley City State University fisheries and wildlife undergraduate student, and Alec Christensen, North Dakota State University conservation sciences graduate research assistant, about their career paths so far, what inspired them and what advice they have for other young conservationists. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Amber Kologi, Valley City State University fisheries and wildlife undergraduate student, and Alec Christensen, North Dakota State University conservation sciences graduate research assistant, about their career paths so far, what inspired them and what advice they have for other young conservationists. ecology, research, outdoors, fisheries, graduate school, conservation, north dakota outdoors, north dakota state university, college, north dakota, hunting, fishing, environment, valley city state university, wildlife, biology, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, outreach, science, education false full 65 e34c0fbc-0499-4f0a-8104-e88de7b7bf6d Ep. 64 – Different Mascots, Same Mission Wed, 5 Feb 2025 13:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-64-different-mascots-same-mission-xhT2XoXS Ep. 64 – Different Mascots, Same Mission North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:41:48 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Jennifer Kross, Ducks Unlimited outreach biologist, and Seth Owens, Pheasants Forever education and outreach coordinator, about the importance of conservation education, the unique events both organizations have upcoming, and how you can get involved. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Jennifer Kross, Ducks Unlimited outreach biologist, and Seth Owens, Pheasants Forever education and outreach coordinator, about the importance of conservation education, the unique events both organizations have upcoming, and how you can get involved. nature, ecology, natural resources, outdoors, conservation, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, relevancy, ecosystem services, hunting, fishing, environment, biology, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, outreach false full 64 f93fe033-47aa-4b6d-85b5-5f326ab05b71 Ep. 63 – Because of the Way That It Is Wed, 22 Jan 2025 13:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-63-because-of-the-way-that-it-is-89u5Wx7a Ep. 63 – Because of the Way That It Is North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:53:30 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Scott Gangl, Department fisheries management section leader, and Paul Bailey, Department south central district fisheries supervisor, about some of the unique characteristics of North Dakota fish species, why that is and how this information can be useful to anglers. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Scott Gangl, Department fisheries management section leader, and Paul Bailey, Department south central district fisheries supervisor, about some of the unique characteristics of North Dakota fish species, why that is and how this information can be useful to anglers. bass, nd fishing, outdoors, angler, crappie, catfish, bullhead, north dakota outdoors, walleye, paddlefish, north dakota, northern pike, prey, salmon, fish characteristics, perch, sturgeon, fishing, fish, predator, bluegill, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 63 425869e3-fa80-4d48-9d2d-686768ae324a Ep. 62 – Less Throwing Stones, More Conversations Wed, 8 Jan 2025 13:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-62-less-throwing-stones-more-conversations-ZYHdX_rK Ep. 62 – Less Throwing Stones, More Conversations North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:46:17 In this episode of NDO Podcast Casey and Cayla talk about the main takeaways from the Habitat and Hunting Access Summit and possible pathways forward. In this episode of NDO Podcast Casey and Cayla talk about the main takeaways from the Habitat and Hunting Access Summit and possible pathways forward. hunting access, heritage, conservation, north dakota outdoors, pheasants, north dakota, legislation, hunting, ranching, farming, wildlife, access, ducks, habitat, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, deer false full 62 bcf8fa7c-2a67-4bdc-90d1-e5b5df0d4a50 Ep. 61 – Ralph Wolf and Sam Sheepdog Fri, 27 Dec 2024 13:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-61-ralph-wolf-and-sam-sheepdog-qjtAl8Iu Ep. 61 – Ralph Wolf and Sam Sheepdog North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:58:10 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Rep. Todd Porter, district 34, about the North Dakota legislative process and how and why sportsmen can get involved. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Rep. Todd Porter, district 34, about the North Dakota legislative process and how and why sportsmen can get involved. politics, law, legislative, conservation, capitol, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, legislation, hunting, fishing, wildlife, habitat, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 61 75f6f30a-8320-414e-b180-09434cf6d314 Ep. 60 – Lutefisk and 4-Buckle Boots Wed, 11 Dec 2024 13:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-60-lutefisk-and-4-buckle-boots-GxgUq7zT Ep. 60 – Lutefisk and 4-Buckle Boots North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:48:41 In this episode of NDO Podcast we celebrate the season by visiting with Scott Peterson, deputy director, and Greg Link, conservation and communications division chief, about Christmas traditions growing up in smalltown North Dakota, holiday meals, and a few gift ideas for the outdoorsy people in your life. In this episode of NDO Podcast we celebrate the season by visiting with Scott Peterson, deputy director, and Greg Link, conservation and communications division chief, about Christmas traditions growing up in smalltown North Dakota, holiday meals, and a few gift ideas for the outdoorsy people in your life. traditions, holiday traditions, gifts, christmas, family, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, lutefisk, goose, sledding, hunting, wildlife, trapping, holiday, ice fishing, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 60 2efe0264-3748-4a67-918d-e2cd7300d514 Ep. 59 – Habitat and Hunting Access Wed, 27 Nov 2024 13:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-59-habitat-and-hunting-access-a_StIwhx Ep. 59 – Habitat and Hunting Access North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:42:17 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Kevin Kading, Department private land section leader, about the upcoming Habitat and Hunting Access Summit and the challenges facing the future of our hunting heritage in North Dakota. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Kevin Kading, Department private land section leader, about the upcoming Habitat and Hunting Access Summit and the challenges facing the future of our hunting heritage in North Dakota. hunting access, conservation, north dakota outdoors, pheasants, north dakota, legislation, hunting, ranching, farming, wildlife, access, ducks, habitat, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, deer false full 59 9ee3515a-e866-443d-895c-1f70869a66b7 Ep. 58 – Mountain Lion Tango Wed, 13 Nov 2024 13:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-58-mountain-lion-tango-Tz4_Q8dJ Ep. 58 – Mountain Lion Tango North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:45:43 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Stephanie Tucker, Department game management section leader and furbearer biologist, about bounties, fur market, fisher pregnancies, the wildlife health laboratory, trapping regulations, and the time Steph came face to face with a mama mountain lion. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Stephanie Tucker, Department game management section leader and furbearer biologist, about bounties, fur market, fisher pregnancies, the wildlife health laboratory, trapping regulations, and the time Steph came face to face with a mama mountain lion. muskrat, bobcat, furbearer hunting, mink, tanning, fur market, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, furbearers, coyote, beaver, fisher, hunting, mountain lion, furs, wildlife, otter, trapping, wildlife management, badger, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 58 e4b140ad-625f-408e-bff7-783e2d4927c5 Ep. 57 – Fighting the October 5th Historic Wildfires Wed, 30 Oct 2024 18:03:49 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-57-fighting-the-october-5th-historic-wildfires-UgV7Snj3 Ep. 57 – Fighting the October 5th Historic Wildfires North Dakota Game and Fish Department 01:03:17 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Ryan Melin, fire management officer with the North Dakota Forest Service and Hunter Noor, NDFS wildland fire operations assistant fire management officer, about the historic wildfires in western North Dakota and the coordination, on-the-ground efforts and support involved in wildland firefighting. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Ryan Melin, fire management officer with the North Dakota Forest Service and Hunter Noor, NDFS wildland fire operations assistant fire management officer, about the historic wildfires in western North Dakota and the coordination, on-the-ground efforts and support involved in wildland firefighting. fire season, safety, prescribed fire, fire management, prevention, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, wildfire, firefighting, emergency response, ndwildfires, wildland fire, fire, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 57 3ea54d06-9d87-4145-a85d-3bb8c5b35cbe Ep. 56 – Salmon Mom Russ Wed, 16 Oct 2024 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-56-salmon-mom-russ-6nAoqakI Ep. 56 – Salmon Mom Russ North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:45:05 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Russ Kinzler, Department Missouri River System fisheries management supervisor, about the history of North Dakota’s salmon stocking program, the spawning process and some tips for anglers hoping to pursue salmon. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Russ Kinzler, Department Missouri River System fisheries management supervisor, about the history of North Dakota’s salmon stocking program, the spawning process and some tips for anglers hoping to pursue salmon. fisheries, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, salmon, fishing, spawning, fisheries management, salmon fishing, stocking, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 56 62738980-195f-4f4b-89dd-83f8a4fe20f5 Ep. 55– Elegant Yet Clunky Wed, 2 Oct 2024 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-55-elegant-yet-clunky-wmNBOkJn Ep. 55– Elegant Yet Clunky North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:54:21 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Michael Szymanski, Department migratory game bird management supervisor, about the process of developing waterfowl regulations; from monitoring efforts, to state and national collaboration, to federal approval and what it all means for hunters. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Michael Szymanski, Department migratory game bird management supervisor, about the process of developing waterfowl regulations; from monitoring efforts, to state and national collaboration, to federal approval and what it all means for hunters. pintail, hunting regulations, geese, waterfowl management, conservation, north dakota outdoors, swans, north dakota, duck hunting, mallard, waterfowl, waterfowl hunting, goose hunting, ducks, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 55 fed72883-6771-48ea-9a19-46aed9339b79 Ep. 54– Healthy Forests, Healthy Wildlife, Healthy People Wed, 18 Sep 2024 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-54-healthy-forests-healthy-wildlife-healthy-people-GrCkecT3 Ep. 54– Healthy Forests, Healthy Wildlife, Healthy People North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:57:39 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Matt Olson, forest stewardship manager for North Dakota Forest Service, and Brian Prince, Department wildlife resource management supervisor, about managing North Dakota’s rare, but unique, native forests to meet the needs of the wildlife and people who inhabit them. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Matt Olson, forest stewardship manager for North Dakota Forest Service, and Brian Prince, Department wildlife resource management supervisor, about managing North Dakota’s rare, but unique, native forests to meet the needs of the wildlife and people who inhabit them. forests, ruffed grouse, forest service, conservation, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, aspen, forest management, elk, logging, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 54 3abf96cb-8c77-4000-97fc-3b55f083183c Ep. 53 – Crashing Weddings & Pregnant Pasta Wed, 4 Sep 2024 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-53-crashing-weddings-pregnant-pasta-8T6i7JYr Ep. 53 – Crashing Weddings & Pregnant Pasta North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:55:48 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Jesse Kolar, Department upland game management supervisor, about the state of our four grouse species, an additional sharp-tailed grouse hunting opportunity open this year and our favorite upland game bird recipes. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Jesse Kolar, Department upland game management supervisor, about the state of our four grouse species, an additional sharp-tailed grouse hunting opportunity open this year and our favorite upland game bird recipes. prairie, prairie grouse, ruffed grouse, uplands, conservation, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, grasslands, hunting, grouse, wildlife, sharp-tailed grouse, sage grouse, upland hunting, prairie chicken, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 53 fa694ed2-293f-411d-b011-2d9fb21a5f04 Ep. 52 – Gut Juice Wed, 21 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-52-gut-juice-7D_E77mk Ep. 52 – Gut Juice North Dakota Game and Fish Department 01:00:05 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Rhett Hall and Jason Babinchak, founders of the North Dakota Tracking Dog Group, about the process of legalizing the use of dogs in the recovery of big game, what it takes to train these dogs and, of course, some good tracking stories. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Rhett Hall and Jason Babinchak, founders of the North Dakota Tracking Dog Group, about the process of legalizing the use of dogs in the recovery of big game, what it takes to train these dogs and, of course, some good tracking stories. deer hunting, dog training, dogs, conservation, north dakota outdoors, versatile dogs, north dakota, big game hunting, blood tracking, big game recovery, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 52 ad2aa387-162a-4143-8fe7-22b8e7c78d23 Ep. 51 – Cottage Cheese and Split Pea Soup Wed, 7 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-51-cottage-cheese-and-split-pea-soup-bi7EwX0R Ep. 51 – Cottage Cheese and Split Pea Soup North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:41:22 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Josh Wert, watershed management program manager for North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality, and Emilee Novak, DEQ nonpoint source pollution management program coordinator, about harmful algal blooms, mitigation efforts and what to be on the lookout for when recreating this summer and fall. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Josh Wert, watershed management program manager for North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality, and Emilee Novak, DEQ nonpoint source pollution management program coordinator, about harmful algal blooms, mitigation efforts and what to be on the lookout for when recreating this summer and fall. water quality, recreation, pollution, soil health, toxin, swimming, conservation, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, algal blooms, fishing, boating, algae, municipal water, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 51 4a009545-0eb3-4228-8606-1d0a96001c34 Ep. 50– Live from the Fair! Tue, 23 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-50-live-from-the-fair-DLZ6wUvQ Ep. 50– Live from the Fair! North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:35:37 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Greg Gullickson, Department outreach biologist, live from the Conservation and Outdoor Skills Park at the North Dakota State Fair in Minot. We also snag a few fairgoers and a volunteer to talk fishing, fair food and their favorite things to do. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Greg Gullickson, Department outreach biologist, live from the Conservation and Outdoor Skills Park at the North Dakota State Fair in Minot. We also snag a few fairgoers and a volunteer to talk fishing, fair food and their favorite things to do. false full 50 942ce19a-f9b6-4e50-9bcd-8221424d8bfc Ep. 49 – Fledging to Find the Easy Fruit Wed, 10 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-49-fledging-to-find-the-easy-fruit-ZI9QfGMA Ep. 49 – Fledging to Find the Easy Fruit North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:57:10 In this episode of NDO Podcast Casey and Cayla talk R3, hunter and angler recruitment, retention and reactivation plus national and state trends, all while Cayla struggles to accurately recall expressions. In this episode of NDO Podcast Casey and Cayla talk R3, hunter and angler recruitment, retention and reactivation plus national and state trends, all while Cayla struggles to accurately recall expressions. anglers, r3, ndlegendary, conservation, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, retention, relevancy, hunting, fishing, reactivation, outdoor heritage, recruitment, sportsmen, shooting sports, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, hunters false full 49 7c8e7fe7-eba6-474e-8898-3296168d4efd Ep. 48 – Butterflies are Metal Wed, 26 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-48-butterflies-are-metal-hV_y4cfK Ep. 48 – Butterflies are Metal North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:53:16 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Elisha Mueller, Department conservation biologist and Cami Dixon, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service wildlife biologist, about the underappreciated beauty of the prairie, challenges facing our native grasslands and today’s hip lingo for describing things that are cool. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Elisha Mueller, Department conservation biologist and Cami Dixon, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service wildlife biologist, about the underappreciated beauty of the prairie, challenges facing our native grasslands and today’s hip lingo for describing things that are cool. prairie, wildlife habitat, prescribed fire, grazing, soil health, pollinators, biodiversity, conservation, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, grasslands, grassland management, birds, ranching, wildflowers, habitat, invasive species, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, rangeland false full 48 49745ae8-a29e-44a0-8d69-9c4b2651736f Ep. 47 – We Need to Save the Grasslands Wed, 12 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-47-we-need-to-save-the-grasslands-gn5GScWy Ep. 47 – We Need to Save the Grasslands North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:59:40 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Darrell Oswald, district manager for Burleigh County Soil Conservation District, and Dave Bauer, rancher and North Dakota Grazing Lands Coalition mentor, about the five soil health principles, the realities of keeping ranching profitable and the dire call to save our grasslands. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Darrell Oswald, district manager for Burleigh County Soil Conservation District, and Dave Bauer, rancher and North Dakota Grazing Lands Coalition mentor, about the five soil health principles, the realities of keeping ranching profitable and the dire call to save our grasslands. prairie, grazing, soil health, carbon sequestration, biodiversity, agriculture, conservation, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, grasslands, cattle, ranching, north dakota game and fish, holistic management, ndgf, rangeland false full 47 b867ef34-06db-4baa-8699-de9741152a14 Ep. 46 – Ducks Like Mudholes Wed, 29 May 2024 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-46-ducks-like-mudholes-eg0EMQrb Ep. 46 – Ducks Like Mudholes North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:56:32 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with two duck gurus, Mike Szymanski, Department migratory game bird management supervisor, and Rick Warhurst, wetland biologist with North Dakota Natural Resources Trust, about the incredible role wetlands play in supporting ducks and other wildlife and what we can all do to conserve these vital ecosystems. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with two duck gurus, Mike Szymanski, Department migratory game bird management supervisor, and Rick Warhurst, wetland biologist with North Dakota Natural Resources Trust, about the incredible role wetlands play in supporting ducks and other wildlife and what we can all do to conserve these vital ecosystems. shorebirds, biodiversity, conservation, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, duck hunting, aquatic, waterfowl, prairie pothole, invertebrates, wildlife, wetlands, duck stamp, ducks, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, water false full 46 2aabe3c3-81c9-4d94-8c42-d2cfa75412cd Ep. 45 – Growing Walleyes is Like Farming Asparagus Wed, 15 May 2024 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-45-growing-walleyes-is-like-farming-asparagus-CYOkXQg_ Ep. 45 – Growing Walleyes is Like Farming Asparagus North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:48:17 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Paul Bailey, the Department’s south central district fisheries supervisor, about spring fisheries field work, a new Department walleye tagging study and the information these studies provide our fisheries managers. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Paul Bailey, the Department’s south central district fisheries supervisor, about spring fisheries field work, a new Department walleye tagging study and the information these studies provide our fisheries managers. nd fishing, outdoors, angler, fisheries, north dakota outdoors, walleye, north dakota, fishing, tagged fish, wetlands, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 45 2e84f818-6eba-48e4-944e-b2d7f0f74d62 Ep. 44 – Wetlands Have Something for Everyone Wed, 1 May 2024 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-44-wetlands-have-something-for-everyone-P1uwP50L Ep. 44 – Wetlands Have Something for Everyone North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:40:11 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Aaron Larsen, Department conservation biologist, and Emily Joynt, environmental scientist with North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality, about the importance of wetlands for water quality, carbon sequestration, recreation and more in celebration of American Wetlands Month. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Aaron Larsen, Department conservation biologist, and Emily Joynt, environmental scientist with North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality, about the importance of wetlands for water quality, carbon sequestration, recreation and more in celebration of American Wetlands Month. ecosystem, water quality, pollution, carbon sequestration, biodiversity, conservation, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, aquatic, invertebrates, wildlife, wetlands, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, water false full 44 fa2f6c9a-7a06-4894-9fc7-49293db1afa5 Ep. 43 – Badlands Mule Deer: The Long Process in a Nutshell Wed, 17 Apr 2024 14:05:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-43-badlands-mule-deer-the-long-process-in-a-nutshell-RMy7SZwB Ep. 43 – Badlands Mule Deer: The Long Process in a Nutshell North Dakota Game and Fish Department 01:19:28 In this episode of NDO Podcast Casey and Cayla talk Badlands mule deer hunting, real and perceived social and biological pressures, a recent survey the Department contracted to investigate this more and some of the possible changes up for discussion. In this episode of NDO Podcast Casey and Cayla talk Badlands mule deer hunting, real and perceived social and biological pressures, a recent survey the Department contracted to investigate this more and some of the possible changes up for discussion. deer hunting, north dakota outdoors, out of state, north dakota, hunting, bowhunting, crowding, archery, badlands, wildlife, nonresident, public land, hunting pressure, mule deer, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, deer false full 43 4224a6b0-b86a-43d7-b043-9acac64fbbc6 Ep. 42 – If You Move You Lose Wed, 3 Apr 2024 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-42-if-you-move-you-lose-trjMjNAX Ep. 42 – If You Move You Lose North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:55:51 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with John Paulson, retired North Dakota USDA Wildlife Services director, about his love of turkey hunting, homemade wing bone calls, losing strikers, and other tricks of the trade just in time for spring turkey season. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with John Paulson, retired North Dakota USDA Wildlife Services director, about his love of turkey hunting, homemade wing bone calls, losing strikers, and other tricks of the trade just in time for spring turkey season. turkey hunting, north dakota outdoors, turkeys, spring turkey, north dakota, turkey calling, hunting, wildlife, gobble, gobbler, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 42 fc86fe88-b274-4369-b2d9-c433955fc8cc Ep. 41 – What’s Better than Mud Baths and S’mores? Thu, 21 Mar 2024 19:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-41-whats-better-than-mud-baths-and-smores-I29Qalkk Ep. 41 – What’s Better than Mud Baths and S’mores? North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:38:44 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Kristin Byram, North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department strategic communications chief, about North Dakota state parks, their diverse landscapes, activities and amenities (including mud baths), and the quest for the simultaneous s’mores cooking world record. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Kristin Byram, North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department strategic communications chief, about North Dakota state parks, their diverse landscapes, activities and amenities (including mud baths), and the quest for the simultaneous s’mores cooking world record. nature, north dakota parks and recreation, camper, natural resources, hiking, trails, family, north dakota outdoors, camping, summer, north dakota, parks, environmental education, ohv, fishing, outdoor recreation, history, wildlife, rv, atv, birding, horseback riding, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, biking false full 41 afa07af3-8da8-4253-8375-46e0e16b47f5 Ep. 40 – You Can’t Be Everything to Everyone Wed, 6 Mar 2024 13:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-40-you-cant-be-everything-to-everyone-it98cgaE Ep. 40 – You Can’t Be Everything to Everyone North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:38:11 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Kent Luttschwager, Department wildlife resource management section leader, and Levi Jacobson, Department wildlife resource management supervisor in Bismarck, about the purpose of our wildlife management areas, management practices, and grappling with the many desired uses of these lands. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Kent Luttschwager, Department wildlife resource management section leader, and Levi Jacobson, Department wildlife resource management supervisor in Bismarck, about the purpose of our wildlife management areas, management practices, and grappling with the many desired uses of these lands. prairie, grazing, natural resources, conservation, north dakota outdoors, land management, north dakota, grasslands, hunting, fishing, outdoor recreation, target shooting, wildlife, access, wetlands, public land, burning, habitat, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 40 85cf0203-b140-4802-afad-f8a827965087 Ep. 39 – Conservation Means Development as Much as it Does Protection Wed, 21 Feb 2024 13:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-39-conservation-means-development-as-it-does-protection-_X1tF93a Ep. 39 – Conservation Means Development as Much as it Does Protection North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:46:26 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Reice Haase, North Dakota Industrial Commission deputy director, and Brenna Jessen, North Dakota Industrial Commission grant programs specialist, about the Outdoor Heritage Fund, its history and directives and some of the familiar success stories spanning every county in the state. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Reice Haase, North Dakota Industrial Commission deputy director, and Brenna Jessen, North Dakota Industrial Commission grant programs specialist, about the Outdoor Heritage Fund, its history and directives and some of the familiar success stories spanning every county in the state. prairie, natural resources, research, outdoors, carbon sequestration, agriculture, conservation, north dakota outdoors, land management, north dakota, grasslands, development, hunting, fishing, outdoor recreation, wildlife, access, wetlands, industry, habitat, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 39 e9d236cc-8a7a-4d23-946f-8f8c246958f1 Ep. 38 – Diversity is Resiliency Wed, 7 Feb 2024 13:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-38-diversity-is-resiliency-NZ76shzP Ep. 38 – Diversity is Resiliency North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:50:44 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Greg Link, Department conservation and communications chief, about key conservation mechanisms in North Dakota, historic paradigms in wildlife management and the importance of quality habitat through it all. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Greg Link, Department conservation and communications chief, about key conservation mechanisms in North Dakota, historic paradigms in wildlife management and the importance of quality habitat through it all. ecology, prairie, natural resources, research, outdoors, pollinators, agriculture, conservation, north dakota outdoors, land management, north dakota, grasslands, hunting, fishing, wildlife, wetlands, wildlife management, industry, habitat, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, nongame species false full 38 ceb7462c-85fc-4297-b6ee-7761609e41ce Ep. 37 – The Most Important Job You’ll Ever Have Wed, 24 Jan 2024 13:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-37-the-most-important-job-youll-ever-have-jagocm2x-1lvH6A9i Ep. 37 – The Most Important Job You’ll Ever Have North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:47:59 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Scott Gangl, Department fisheries management section leader and Bill Haase, Department assistant wildlife chief, about the importance of seasonal employees, the many benefits of working as a seasonal and tips and tricks for landing one of these upcoming job openings. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Scott Gangl, Department fisheries management section leader and Bill Haase, Department assistant wildlife chief, about the importance of seasonal employees, the many benefits of working as a seasonal and tips and tricks for landing one of these upcoming job openings. natural resources, outdoors, students, professionals, fisheries, employment, conservation, career, north dakota outdoors, jobs, north dakota, hunting, fishing, wildlife, biology, wildlife management, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 37 e4b7b13e-2bf4-4140-baae-b73a56b0c274 Ep. 36 – Curiosity Kills the Coyote Wed, 10 Jan 2024 15:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-36-curiosity-kills-the-coyote-z2Vs50ex Ep. 36 – Curiosity Kills the Coyote North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:51:32 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Jim Job, Department outreach biologist and Cody Krause, wildlife specialist with USDA Wildlife Services, about coyote biology and behavior and the range of equipment and strategies for effectively hunting these furbearers. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Jim Job, Department outreach biologist and Cody Krause, wildlife specialist with USDA Wildlife Services, about coyote biology and behavior and the range of equipment and strategies for effectively hunting these furbearers. coyote hunting, outdoors, furbearer hunting, wildlife depredation, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, furbearers, coyote, usda, wildlife, trapping, wildlife management, predator hunting, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 36 0c96b437-cf3e-4a81-9364-37808883ccd5 Ep. 35 – Igniting the Spark Wed, 27 Dec 2023 13:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-35-igniting-the-spark-e4k2W9Ex Ep. 35 – Igniting the Spark North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:52:03 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Kelli Kuska, Pheasants Forever prescribed fire coordinator and Chris Gordon, North Dakota fire manager with The Nature Conservancy, about the benefits of prescribed fire and the education, training and support the North Dakota Prescribed Fire Cooperative can offer to private landowners interested in burning. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Kelli Kuska, Pheasants Forever prescribed fire coordinator and Chris Gordon, North Dakota fire manager with The Nature Conservancy, about the benefits of prescribed fire and the education, training and support the North Dakota Prescribed Fire Cooperative can offer to private landowners interested in burning. prairie, prescribed fire, prescribed burn associations, outdoors, biodiversity, fire cooperative, conservation, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, grasslands, grassland management, habitat, invasive species, invasive species management, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, cool season grass, prescribed burning false full 35 14e8a900-8179-4c73-932e-3377d841f459 Ep. 34 – It’s More of a Lifestyle Than a Job Thu, 14 Dec 2023 21:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-34-its-more-of-a-lifestyle-than-a-job-qiBHOP9S Ep. 34 – It’s More of a Lifestyle Than a Job North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:29:52 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Mike Sedlacek and Gage Muench, Department district wardens, about the process of becoming a warden, the atypical, but rewarding work life it provides and the upcoming testing dates to join this team of elite conservationists. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Mike Sedlacek and Gage Muench, Department district wardens, about the process of becoming a warden, the atypical, but rewarding work life it provides and the upcoming testing dates to join this team of elite conservationists. anglers, warden, conservation law, natural resources, trappers, law enforcement, game warden, conservation, north dakota outdoors, wildlife populations, north dakota, poachers, enforcement, hunting, fishing, wildlife, conservation officer, report poachers, sportsmen, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, hunters false full 34 660c4d4c-a7e0-4690-85fa-644862d014f8 Ep. 33 – A World Record for Around Here Wed, 29 Nov 2023 19:11:39 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-33-a-world-record-for-around-here-JhcxK1Lo Ep. 33 – A World Record for Around Here North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:52:48 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Trace Armstrong, owner of Tall Tines Taxidermy, and lucky winner of the 2023 North American Game Warden Museum moose tag raffle, about his once-in-a-lifetime (maybe twice if his luck keeps up) hunt for a record-breaking velvet moose with his bow. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Trace Armstrong, owner of Tall Tines Taxidermy, and lucky winner of the 2023 North American Game Warden Museum moose tag raffle, about his once-in-a-lifetime (maybe twice if his luck keeps up) hunt for a record-breaking velvet moose with his bow. moose, taxidermy, pope and young, moose hunting, bull, outdoors, velvet moose, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, hunting, archery hunting, bowhunting, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 33 55c711fb-c912-49c6-bf8a-712299cd672d Ep. 32 – Back Pocket Band-Aids Wed, 15 Nov 2023 13:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-32-back-pocket-band-aids-L6poL2Uq Ep. 32 – Back Pocket Band-Aids North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:53:44 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Paul Bailey, the Department’s south central district fisheries supervisor, about North Dakota’s state fish, the northern pike, results from a study the Department did on trophy pike utilization in the Missouri River System and some tips for targeting these toothy sportfish this ice fishing season. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Paul Bailey, the Department’s south central district fisheries supervisor, about North Dakota’s state fish, the northern pike, results from a study the Department did on trophy pike utilization in the Missouri River System and some tips for targeting these toothy sportfish this ice fishing season. anglers, fly fishing, nd fishing, outdoors, wild game cooking, north dakota outdoors, fish recipes, hard water, north dakota, northern pike, fishing, trophy pike, pike fishing, fisheries management, ice fishing, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, pike false full 32 c6e68371-a12c-4905-98b6-7ad47eeb1583 Ep. 31 – The Issues Haven’t Changed Wed, 1 Nov 2023 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-31-the-issues-havent-changed-aqmow-gd-0xsI9kWF Ep. 31 – The Issues Haven’t Changed North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:44:34 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Ron Wilson, North Dakota OUTDOORS editor, about the history of the Department’s magazine and trends from the past and present. Plus, we wander down a few squirrel trails, too. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Ron Wilson, North Dakota OUTDOORS editor, about the history of the Department’s magazine and trends from the past and present. Plus, we wander down a few squirrel trails, too. wildlife photography, wildlife habitat, journalism, outdoors, deer hunting, conservation, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, hunting, fishing, wildlife, photography, habitat, squirrel hunting, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 31 f9032130-2a7d-4f48-a3c1-7964253c9d22 Ep. 30 – More of an Opportunity than an Obligation Wed, 18 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-30-more-of-an-opportunity-than-an-obligation-rJfcBwgP Ep. 30 – More of an Opportunity than an Obligation North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:30:15 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Scott Peterson, Department deputy director, about the upcoming fall advisory board meetings, this year’s slate of topics and a few humorous tales from a long career of attending these meetings. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Scott Peterson, Department deputy director, about the upcoming fall advisory board meetings, this year’s slate of topics and a few humorous tales from a long career of attending these meetings. wildlife habitat, private land, outdoors, landowners, conservation, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, hunting, ranching, public input, fishing, farming, wildlife, access, wildlife management, sportsmen, habitat, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 30 1fe15a5c-82bf-466a-b9ab-b0f8a2149e1f Ep. 29 – It Pays to Look Over the Hill Wed, 4 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-29-it-pays-to-look-over-the-hill-1laf0J4U Ep. 29 – It Pays to Look Over the Hill North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:40:57 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Kevin Kading, Department private land section leader, and Jens Johnson, Department private land biologist, about the Private Land Open to Sportsmen program, what it takes to go from a phone call to pounding a PLOTS sign into the ground and commonly asked questions about accessing these lands. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Kevin Kading, Department private land section leader, and Jens Johnson, Department private land biologist, about the Private Land Open to Sportsmen program, what it takes to go from a phone call to pounding a PLOTS sign into the ground and commonly asked questions about accessing these lands. wildlife habitat, hunting access, private land, landowners, working lands, conservation, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, grasslands, hunting, wildlife, access, wildlife management, nd hunting, habitat, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 29 62d54847-472f-4c35-83aa-3c1957853772 Ep. 28 – Lions and Skunks and Snakes, Oh my! Wed, 20 Sep 2023 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-28-lions-and-skunks-and-snakes-oh-my-_Iw3exV6 Ep. 28 – Lions and Skunks and Snakes, Oh my! North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:59:44 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Dr. Morgan Dallman and Dr. Carolyn Woodruff, owners of Knife River Veterinary Clinic, about the many hazards our four-legged companions face in the field, hunting dog preventative care, first-aid and stories from their many years of vet care and hunting. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Dr. Morgan Dallman and Dr. Carolyn Woodruff, owners of Knife River Veterinary Clinic, about the many hazards our four-legged companions face in the field, hunting dog preventative care, first-aid and stories from their many years of vet care and hunting. gun dogs, trappers, conservation, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, hunting, waterfowl hunting, dog first-aid, hunting dogs, sportsmen, upland hunting, veterinarian, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, hunters false full 28 88e8e3e1-2471-4740-9069-377728fea2fd Ep. 27 – We are the Best at Everything Wed, 6 Sep 2023 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-27-we-are-the-best-at-everything-8yGIqSd0 Ep. 27 – We are the Best at Everything North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:39:24 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Congressman Kelly Armstrong, a Dickinson native, about his passion for the outdoors, some of the policy that impacts our beloved natural resources in the state and how Cayla forgot to hit record the first time around. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Congressman Kelly Armstrong, a Dickinson native, about his passion for the outdoors, some of the policy that impacts our beloved natural resources in the state and how Cayla forgot to hit record the first time around. anglers, natural resources, trappers, house of representatives, conservation, north dakota outdoors, wildlife populations, congressman, advocacy, north dakota, legislation, hunting, conservation policy, fishing, congress, wildlife, sportsmen, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, hunters false full 27 83a3db6e-b1ac-4450-9d82-f77f4d61f490 Ep. 26 – CWD Management Moving Forward Mon, 21 Aug 2023 13:25:10 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-26-cwd-management-moving-forward-ZjiSU8Md Ep. 26 – CWD Management Moving Forward North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:53:27 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Dr. Charlie Bahnson, the Department’s wildlife veterinarian, about the updated CWD proclamation and management plan, the importance of hunter participation in surveillance and the many thoughtful conversations that went into these decisions. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Dr. Charlie Bahnson, the Department’s wildlife veterinarian, about the updated CWD proclamation and management plan, the importance of hunter participation in surveillance and the many thoughtful conversations that went into these decisions. deer hunting, white-tailed deer, conservation, conservation, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, hunting, disease, wildlife, wildlife management, wildlife research, disease management, sportsmen, veterinarian, mule deer, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, deer, cwd, hunters false full 26 8cae323f-5a46-47e4-91be-727d3aaf05d2 Ep. 25 – The Eyes and Ears of Our Sportsmen and Women Wed, 9 Aug 2023 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-25-the-eyes-and-ears-of-our-sportsmen-and-women-SGgOpUvF Ep. 25 – The Eyes and Ears of Our Sportsmen and Women North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:39:17 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Scott Winkelman, Department chief game warden, and John Bradley, executive director of North Dakota Wildlife Federation, about the Report All Poachers program, the upcoming RAP auction and the diligent work of our wardens to protect the people’s wildlife In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Scott Winkelman, Department chief game warden, and John Bradley, executive director of North Dakota Wildlife Federation, about the Report All Poachers program, the upcoming RAP auction and the diligent work of our wardens to protect the people’s wildlife anglers, warden, conservation law, natural resources, trappers, law enforcement, game warden, conservation, north dakota outdoors, wildlife populations, north dakota, poachers, enforcement, hunting, fishing, wildlife, conservation officer, report poachers, sportsmen, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, hunters false full 25 50d5ff49-2d1d-4387-ac48-d3b09f17a073 Ep. 24 – Post-Deer Lottery Discussion Wed, 26 Jul 2023 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-24-post-deer-lottery-discussion-Xxi7PJIz Ep. 24 – Post-Deer Lottery Discussion North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:39:12 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Brian Hosek, Department business operations manager, about the deer gun lottery, how it works, how to sign up for Casey alerts and the critical role habitat plays in all of this In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Brian Hosek, Department business operations manager, about the deer gun lottery, how it works, how to sign up for Casey alerts and the critical role habitat plays in all of this wildlife habitat, deer hunting, lottery statistics, deer lottery, conservation, north dakota outdoors, big game, wildlife populations, north dakota, hunting, wildlife, wildlife management, habitat, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, deer false full 24 7e2a8764-1322-4b1d-af59-170e60d26aba Ep. 23 – First and Foremost, Habitat Wed, 12 Jul 2023 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-23-first-and-foremost-habitat-CIudaHEl Ep. 23 – First and Foremost, Habitat North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:42:47 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Emily Spolyar, Pheasants Forever North Dakota state coordinator about Pheasants Forever’s mission and initiatives, their team and chapters in the state, how to get involved and the first pheasant brood sightings of the season. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Emily Spolyar, Pheasants Forever North Dakota state coordinator about Pheasants Forever’s mission and initiatives, their team and chapters in the state, how to get involved and the first pheasant brood sightings of the season. pheasant, prairie, pheasants forever, working lands, agriculture, conservation, pheasant hunting, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, precision agriculture, grasslands, farming, wildlife, wetlands, wildlife management, volunteering, shooting sports, habitat, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, clay target false full 23 b8d64df2-3e8b-4dca-9e92-15819adafc4f Ep. 22 – We Should Be Able to Disagree Wed, 28 Jun 2023 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-22-we-should-be-able-to-disagree-T0ElDi2b Ep. 22 – We Should Be Able to Disagree North Dakota Game and Fish Department 01:08:21 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Department advisory board landowner representatives, Cody Sand and Beau Wisness, about what the advisory board even is, what they’ve learned about the Department since starting their terms and Cody’s impressive Snapchat streak. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Department advisory board landowner representatives, Cody Sand and Beau Wisness, about what the advisory board even is, what they’ve learned about the Department since starting their terms and Cody’s impressive Snapchat streak. ecology, prairie, energy development, grazing, landowners, working lands, conservation, north dakota outdoors, oil, land management, north dakota, grasslands, ranching, wildlife, wetlands, wind energy, gas, wildlife management, habitat, north dakota game and fish, holistic management, ndgf false full 22 bcd9cd02-3c16-4a3c-ad25-4f8f0f65babb Ep. 21 – Keeping Common Species Common Wed, 14 Jun 2023 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-21-keeping-common-species-common-U3pnrANi Ep. 21 – Keeping Common Species Common North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:35:55 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Department conservation biologists, Elisha Mueller and Patrick Isakson about the State Wildlife Action Plan, how it’s developed, its purpose and impact on North Dakota and the conservation section’s infamous reputation for top notch treats. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Department conservation biologists, Elisha Mueller and Patrick Isakson about the State Wildlife Action Plan, how it’s developed, its purpose and impact on North Dakota and the conservation section’s infamous reputation for top notch treats. ecology, prairie, research, pollinators, conservation, north dakota outdoors, land management, north dakota, grasslands, wildlife, biology, wetlands, habitat, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, nongame species false full 21 26de6d89-d0db-408c-ae9c-a991cf02b167 Ep. 20 – What It Takes Wed, 31 May 2023 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-20-what-it-takes-uxyAfedh Ep. 20 – What It Takes North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:45:35 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Scott Gangl, Department fisheries management section leader, and Bob Frohlich, Department fisheries development supervisor, about what it takes to develop and maintain a fishery, the critical role local partnerships play and perhaps most importantly, how we name a lake. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Scott Gangl, Department fisheries management section leader, and Bob Frohlich, Department fisheries development supervisor, about what it takes to develop and maintain a fishery, the critical role local partnerships play and perhaps most importantly, how we name a lake. anglers, fisheries, north dakota outdoors, lakes, boat ramps, walleye, north dakota, perch, fishing, boating, rivers, fish, access, fisheries management, ice fishing, angling, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 20 b0dab7cc-0809-4823-94ac-171d103b8a9c Ep. 19 – This Isn’t First-Class Flying Wed, 17 May 2023 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-19-this-isnt-first-class-flying-l8_Zk2Bv Ep. 19 – This Isn’t First-Class Flying North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:48:23 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Department big game biologists, Bruce Stillings and Jason Smith about using aerial surveys to manage big game populations in the state, how these surveys are conducted, and how grueling, and sometimes dangerous, this work can be. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Department big game biologists, Bruce Stillings and Jason Smith about using aerial surveys to manage big game populations in the state, how these surveys are conducted, and how grueling, and sometimes dangerous, this work can be. moose, deer hunting, pronghorn, aerial, north dakota outdoors, big game, wildlife populations, north dakota, aircraft, aerial surveys, wildlife, wildlife management, elk, habitat, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, deer, science false full 19 372238cf-e4fe-4d4a-827b-803cc528a433 Ep. 18 – It’s Okay to Let Kids Throw Rocks Wed, 3 May 2023 15:30:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-18-its-okay-to-let-kids-throw-rocks-aRVce4n9 Ep. 18 – It’s Okay to Let Kids Throw Rocks North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:48:15 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Brian Schaffer, Department hunter education supervisor, and Jeff Long, Department outdoor skills coordinator, about our various outdoor education programs, the volunteers that make them possible, and just getting kids and adults introduced to the outdoors. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Brian Schaffer, Department hunter education supervisor, and Jeff Long, Department outdoor skills coordinator, about our various outdoor education programs, the volunteers that make them possible, and just getting kids and adults introduced to the outdoors. kids, r3, safety, volunteers, family, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, hunting, youth, fishing, ethics, hunter education, recruitment, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, education false full 18 f2127096-d323-4058-aee8-53a22a4b677f Ep. 17 – Using Research to Improve the Way We Do Business Wed, 19 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-17-using-research-to-improve-the-way-we-do-business-dPJ_er_y Ep. 17 – Using Research to Improve the Way We Do Business North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:43:46 In this episode of NDO Podcast Cayla makes her return with Casey and they visit with Stephanie Tucker, Department game management section leader, and RJ Gross, Department upland game biologist, about the Department’s research philosophy, new turkey research in collaboration with University of North Dakota, other ongoing Department research projects and spring gobbler plans. In this episode of NDO Podcast Cayla makes her return with Casey and they visit with Stephanie Tucker, Department game management section leader, and RJ Gross, Department upland game biologist, about the Department’s research philosophy, new turkey research in collaboration with University of North Dakota, other ongoing Department research projects and spring gobbler plans. turkey, research, data, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, hunting, wild turkey, scientific process, wildlife, wildlife management, wildlife research, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, science false full 17 3ddb2225-acb6-4617-baed-29c717c43e2c Ep. 16 – Knee-deep in Snow and Wildlife Depredation Wed, 5 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-16-knee-deep-in-snow-and-wildlife-depredation-kS3w_75R Ep. 16 – Knee-deep in Snow and Wildlife Depredation North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:49:25 In this episode of NDO Podcast Casey visits with Bill Haase, Department assistant wildlife chief and Kevin Kading, Department private lands section leader, about the tough winter and the many short- and long-term tools and resources the Department can offer to landowners to address wildlife depredation, especially during winters like this. In this episode of NDO Podcast Casey visits with Bill Haase, Department assistant wildlife chief and Kevin Kading, Department private lands section leader, about the tough winter and the many short- and long-term tools and resources the Department can offer to landowners to address wildlife depredation, especially during winters like this. farmer, winter, landowners, rancher, conservation, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, wildlife, wildlife management, habitat, north dakota game and fish, depredation, ndgf, deer false full 16 a32e4b1b-316b-4875-9ea5-8a77a6451ff3 Ep. 15 – Reflections on North Dakota Fisheries During a Challenging Winter In this episode of NDO Podcast Casey Anderson visits with Fisheries Division Chief Greg Power about ice fishing and what this year’s harsh winter is going to mean for fisheries going into the open water fishing season.

 


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]]> Tue, 21 Mar 2023 11:34:18 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-15-reflections-on-north-dakota-fisheries-during-a-challenging-winter-HUdZXMwr In this episode of NDO Podcast Casey Anderson visits with Fisheries Division Chief Greg Power about ice fishing and what this year’s harsh winter is going to mean for fisheries going into the open water fishing season.

 


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]]> Ep. 15 – Reflections on North Dakota Fisheries During a Challenging Winter North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:32:41 false full 15 144d43a7-b23e-41a7-99d4-ee745e3c7b14 Ep. 14 – 2023 North Dakota Outdoors Legislation Thu, 9 Mar 2023 17:08:26 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-14-2023-north-dakota-outdoors-legislation-Oa39R_04 Ep. 14 – 2023 North Dakota Outdoors Legislation North Dakota Game and Fish Department 01:00:16 In this episode of the NDO Podcast Casey visits with Department Director Jeb Williams and Deputy Director Scott Peterson about the 2023 North Dakota legislative session and outdoor related bills. In this episode of the NDO Podcast Casey visits with Department Director Jeb Williams and Deputy Director Scott Peterson about the 2023 North Dakota legislative session and outdoor related bills. false full 14 9b5d9f21-7ed6-4ffc-89bf-34b46cda77de Ep. 13 - Introducing the North Dakota Game and Fish Department Mobile App Thu, 23 Feb 2023 10:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-13-introducing-the-north-dakota-game-and-fish-department-mobile-app-hFHFi0Kn Ep. 13 - Introducing the North Dakota Game and Fish Department Mobile App North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:38:02 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Department Business Operations Manager Brian Hosek about the new North Dakota Game and Fish Department mobile app. We will discuss some of the features of this free app and tell you how you can get it for your smartphone. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Department Business Operations Manager Brian Hosek about the new North Dakota Game and Fish Department mobile app. We will discuss some of the features of this free app and tell you how you can get it for your smartphone. application, smartphone, technology, north dakota outdoors, app, mobile app, tech, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 13 76e6c58f-370a-49f0-9ee3-c85b56e21b0f Ep. 12 - You Learn a Lot About Yourself in the Outdoors Wed, 8 Feb 2023 13:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-12-you-learn-a-lot-about-yourself-in-the-outdoors-0jZDYCEX Ep. 12 - You Learn a Lot About Yourself in the Outdoors North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:45:23 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Jason Mitchell, angler, industry leader, TV host, guide, YouTuber and dad. We talk about how he got his start in the industry, North Dakota fisheries management, his failed trapping endeavors and the trials and tribulation of introducing kids to the outdoors. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Jason Mitchell, angler, industry leader, TV host, guide, YouTuber and dad. We talk about how he got his start in the industry, North Dakota fisheries management, his failed trapping endeavors and the trials and tribulation of introducing kids to the outdoors. kids, r3, walleyes, nd fishing, hardwater, devils lake, family, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, fishing, jason mitchell, parenting, ice fishing, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 12 5399b6a8-2de7-4094-a54b-c603d0f2996a Ep. 11 - Sausage Camp Season Wed, 25 Jan 2023 13:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-11-sausage-camp-season-a6IZ4h2L Ep. 11 - Sausage Camp Season North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:58:32 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Department deputy director, Scott Peterson and his son, Greg Peterson. We dive into North Dakota sausage making culture and traditions with recipes, garage logic, equipment, and plenty of laughs. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Department deputy director, Scott Peterson and his son, Greg Peterson. We dive into North Dakota sausage making culture and traditions with recipes, garage logic, equipment, and plenty of laughs. smoking meat, smoker, deer hunting, recipes, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, tradition, sausage making, field to fork, venison, deer sausage, wild game, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, deer false full 11 7e72fd6e-f791-4fc5-b31a-30d271938391 Ep. 10 - We Live and Die by Droughts and Floods Wed, 11 Jan 2023 13:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-10-we-live-and-die-by-droughts-and-floods-LIxrTbni Ep. 10 - We Live and Die by Droughts and Floods North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:43:24 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Department fisheries chief, Greg Power. We talk about the challenges this unprecedented snow presents for our fish and wildlife populations and ice fishing access. But we also talk silver linings and our favorite hardwater hacks. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Department fisheries chief, Greg Power. We talk about the challenges this unprecedented snow presents for our fish and wildlife populations and ice fishing access. But we also talk silver linings and our favorite hardwater hacks. hardwater, winter, winterkill, north dakota outdoors, darkhouse spearing, walleye, north dakota, fishing hacks, perch, fishing, wildlife, great plains, ice fishing, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, pike false full 10 5236372d-c868-4360-bb18-fa3f18eb462d Ep. 9 - We Don’t Work in Perfection Wed, 28 Dec 2022 14:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-9-we-dont-work-in-perfection-hXFhXYPJ Ep. 9 - We Don’t Work in Perfection North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:57:51 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with the Department director, Jeb Williams. He talks about his smalltown North Dakota upbringing, long and varied career with the Department, priorities moving forward and holiday meal plans. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with the Department director, Jeb Williams. He talks about his smalltown North Dakota upbringing, long and varied career with the Department, priorities moving forward and holiday meal plans. conservation, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, hunting, ranching, fishing, landowner, farming, wildlife, wildlife management, sportsmen, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 9 8cea5819-610b-4c96-83d2-2902ccaf4663 Ep. 8 - More Than Just Successful or Unsuccessful Wed, 14 Dec 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-8-more-than-just-successful-or-unsuccessful-TPdbZZJT Ep. 8 - More Than Just Successful or Unsuccessful North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:36:57 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with the Department’s survey coordinator, Chad Parent. He explains the pros and cons of mandatory harvest reporting versus the harvest surveys we utilize, how harvest surveys, in combination with other data, contribute to understanding the big picture of how wildlife populations are faring and argues that participating in harvest surveys should be added to the list of unwritten hunter ethic rules right after not yelling at your buddy’s dog. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with the Department’s survey coordinator, Chad Parent. He explains the pros and cons of mandatory harvest reporting versus the harvest surveys we utilize, how harvest surveys, in combination with other data, contribute to understanding the big picture of how wildlife populations are faring and argues that participating in harvest surveys should be added to the list of unwritten hunter ethic rules right after not yelling at your buddy’s dog. surveys, deer hunting, north dakota outdoors, harvest surveys, wildlife, wildlife management, research design, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, hunting ethics, deer false full 8 c7d2d2f4-97db-4562-a9c5-18d6be95621b Ep. 7 - An Integrated Approach to Managing Wildlife Wed, 30 Nov 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-7-an-integrated-approach-to-managing-wildlife-_T2RqIgo Ep. 7 - An Integrated Approach to Managing Wildlife North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:52:50 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Stephanie Tucker, Department game management section leader and furbearer biologist and John Paulson, USDA Wildlife Services director in North Dakota. We explain the collaborative agreement between the agencies when it comes to wildlife depredation, explore some of the other unique avenues of Wildlife Services’ work and laugh about the soaring truffle salt industry since Episode 5. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Stephanie Tucker, Department game management section leader and furbearer biologist and John Paulson, USDA Wildlife Services director in North Dakota. We explain the collaborative agreement between the agencies when it comes to wildlife depredation, explore some of the other unique avenues of Wildlife Services’ work and laugh about the soaring truffle salt industry since Episode 5. furbearer hunting, wildlife depredation, north dakota outdoors, furbearers, coyote, usda, wildlife, wildlife management, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 7 9eaa5978-05e7-4143-8c9c-74e76fc20fc4 Ep. 6 - The Acquired Taste of the Prairie Wed, 16 Nov 2022 13:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-6-the-acquired-taste-of-the-prairie-1yZL9DCk Ep. 6 - The Acquired Taste of the Prairie North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:39:49 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Heather Husband, Meadowlark Initiative coordinator with the North Dakota Natural Resources Trust, and Ryan Taylor, Ducks Unlimited public policy director of North Dakota, South Dakota and Montana. We discuss the purpose and mission behind the Meadowlark Initiative, the benefits to all North Dakotans and the subtle beauty of the prairie. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Heather Husband, Meadowlark Initiative coordinator with the North Dakota Natural Resources Trust, and Ryan Taylor, Ducks Unlimited public policy director of North Dakota, South Dakota and Montana. We discuss the purpose and mission behind the Meadowlark Initiative, the benefits to all North Dakotans and the subtle beauty of the prairie. prairie, landowners, carbon sequestration, conservation, north dakota outdoors, rangelands, grasslands, cattle, ranching, wildlife, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 6 281c3f00-efaa-40c3-ae1e-484b8c3b7e34 Ep. 5 - Deviled Kidneys & Buck Bacon Wed, 2 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-5-deviled-kidneys-buck-bacon-vMGtE6HJ Ep. 5 - Deviled Kidneys & Buck Bacon North Dakota Game and Fish Department 01:07:10 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Jeff Benda, hunter, photographer, writer and wild game chef out of Fargo. We talk about some unique field care techniques, underrated cuts of meat, deviled-kidneys and more wild game dish ideas just in time for North Dakota’s deer opener. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Jeff Benda, hunter, photographer, writer and wild game chef out of Fargo. We talk about some unique field care techniques, underrated cuts of meat, deviled-kidneys and more wild game dish ideas just in time for North Dakota’s deer opener. deer hunting, recipes, wild game cooking, north dakota outdoors, hunting, cooking, field to fork, venison, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, deer, deer season, wild game chef false full 5 8b4d3bef-1e68-4e04-a0ce-378c356e0af9 Ep. 4 - Broken Slinkys are No Good for Anybody Wed, 19 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-4-broken-slinkys-are-no-good-for-anybody-N6WyySCP Ep. 4 - Broken Slinkys are No Good for Anybody North Dakota Game and Fish Department 01:07:20 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Dr. Charlie Bahnson, the Department’s wildlife veterinarian. We learn more about the many diseases impacting wildlife in the state, touch on CWD and the status in North Dakota and hear about the grossest thing Dr. Charlie has encountered as a wildlife vet. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Dr. Charlie Bahnson, the Department’s wildlife veterinarian. We learn more about the many diseases impacting wildlife in the state, touch on CWD and the status in North Dakota and hear about the grossest thing Dr. Charlie has encountered as a wildlife vet. conservation, north dakota outdoors, hunting, disease, wildlife, wildlife management, wildlife research, disease management, veterinarian, north dakota game and fish, ndgf, cwd false full 4 8db25b0e-b1c8-4732-b4c5-b84fe725b6b3 Ep. 3 - Smelly Wing Envelopes & Mary the Hen Pheasant Wed, 5 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://ndo-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-3-smelly-wing-envelopes-mary-the-hen-pheasant-zG_NQ_Dk Ep. 3 - Smelly Wing Envelopes & Mary the Hen Pheasant North Dakota Game and Fish Department 01:12:46 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Jesse Kolar, the Department’s upland game management supervisor, and Ben Geaumont, research associate professor of wildlife and range at the Hettinger Research Extension Center. We talk upland game management, the impacts of recent weather events on pheasants and the importance of grasslands and what the future might hold for upland game birds in North Dakota. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Jesse Kolar, the Department’s upland game management supervisor, and Ben Geaumont, research associate professor of wildlife and range at the Hettinger Research Extension Center. We talk upland game management, the impacts of recent weather events on pheasants and the importance of grasslands and what the future might hold for upland game birds in North Dakota. pheasant, outdoors, uplands, north dakota outdoors, hunting, grouse, wildlife, partridge, upland hunting, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 3 8181c643-f0c2-4e81-b110-1c3c25937f27 Ep. 2 - Walleye: A Tale of Two Factors Wed, 21 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://gf.nd.gov/ndo-podcast Ep. 2 - Walleye: A Tale of Two Factors North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:55:12 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Paul Bailey, the Department’s south central district fisheries supervisor. We take a deep dive into the walleye tagging studies on the Missouri River System and Lake Alkaline, and discuss how those studies support that hormones and temperature are two important factors influencing walleye feeding and angler success. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Paul Bailey, the Department’s south central district fisheries supervisor. We take a deep dive into the walleye tagging studies on the Missouri River System and Lake Alkaline, and discuss how those studies support that hormones and temperature are two important factors influencing walleye feeding and angler success. nd fishing, outdoors, angler, fisheries, north dakota outdoors, walleye, fishing, tagged fish, wildlife, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 2 62dd0a26-911d-425a-9d97-d253e501d51b Ep. 1 - Hunting the Blue Squares Wed, 7 Sep 2022 14:11:33 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://gf.nd.gov/ndo-podcast Ep. 1 - Hunting the Blue Squares North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:50:26 In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Jacob Lardy, land management specialist with the Department of Trust Lands, more commonly known to many North Dakota hunters as state school lands or the blue squares on the map. We talk about the department’s history and mission, regulations and restrictions and the upcoming grouse opener. In this episode of NDO Podcast we visit with Jacob Lardy, land management specialist with the Department of Trust Lands, more commonly known to many North Dakota hunters as state school lands or the blue squares on the map. We talk about the department’s history and mission, regulations and restrictions and the upcoming grouse opener. outdoors, north dakota outdoors, hunting, public access, wildlife, access, nd hunting, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 1 a2cd8ef6-7df1-41ba-994a-2c3e62d2bcfd Ep. 0 - Meet the Hosts Thu, 18 Aug 2022 13:48:07 +0000 ndgf@nd.gov (North Dakota Game and Fish Department ) https://gf.nd.gov/ndo-podcast Ep. 0 - Meet the Hosts North Dakota Game and Fish Department 00:32:39 Welcome to North Dakota Outdoors podcast, the official podcast of the North Dakota Game and Fish Department. Meet the hosts, R3 coordinator, Cayla Bendel and wildlife division chief, Casey Anderson. Welcome to North Dakota Outdoors podcast, the official podcast of the North Dakota Game and Fish Department. Meet the hosts, R3 coordinator, Cayla Bendel and wildlife division chief, Casey Anderson. outdoors, conservation, north dakota outdoors, north dakota, hunting, fishing, wildlife, north dakota game and fish, ndgf false full 0